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New episodes are released every Wednesday.
Jen Rubin, columnist for The Washington Post, contributor to MSNBC, author of Resistance: How Women Saved America from Donald Trump, is the host of the podcast “Jen Rubin’s Green Room.”
Jen engages with various guests, discussing the ins-and-outs of Washington gossip, fun stories that aren’t typically shared on air, and occasionally delve into profound topics such as religion.
Keep up with the show every Wednesday when you follow “Jen Rubin’s Green Room” on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen.
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Duty To Warn with John Gartner
March 27, 2024 ·
Jen welcomes psychotherapist John Gartner to discuss the medical profession’s duty to warn us about Trump’s decline into dementia in spite of the Goldwater Rule. They review the symptoms of cognitive issues he presents, explore why it’s not making the news, and plan how to get the word out.
Bunkbeds In The Gulag with Max Boot
March 20, 2024 ·
Jen welcomes military historian Max Boot for a deep dive into the Ukraine-Russia war and conservatism’s evolution since the days of Reagan. They explore the situation on the ground in eastern Europe, the essential role the USA plays, and why Republicans are standing in the way.
Attack From Within with Barb McQuade
March 13, 2024 · 59:50
Jen welcomes legal maven Barb Mcquade of #SistersInLaw to discuss how malicious actors are using technology to endanger our democracy by spreading disinformation. With our national security increasingly at risk, they lay out the ways we can protect ourselves and the country.
Bringing The War Home with Professor Kathleen Belew
March 6, 2024 · 1:05:42
Jen welcomes Professor Kathleen Belew to lay out the history of post-war white power movements in the USA leading up to the 1/6 insurrection. They discuss the demographics of these groups, how they recruit followers, their methods of gaining power, and how to stop them.
The Fall of the Republic(ans) with Norm Ornstein
February 28, 2024 ·
Jen welcomes political scientist Norm Ornstein to explore the rise of radicalism in the Republican party and how to defeat it. They discuss the pivot point where it went off the rails, what our country can expect if Trump wins in 2024, and the actions that will fix Congress and stop a coup.
Hush Money with Karen Friedman Agnifilo
February 21, 2024 ·
Jen gives an update on the presidential primaries and welcomes NY prosecutor Karen Friedman Agnifilo. As Trump’s first criminal case moves to trial, they discuss why his hush money payments broke the law, what to expect during the trial, and whether he’ll be convicted.
Trump’s Trials with Dennis Aftergut
February 14, 2024 · 1:09:55
Jen blasts Republicans for rejecting the border bill and welcomes legal expert Dennis Aftergut to break down the constitutional and legal means of stopping Trump. They analyze his purported crimes, the avenues of prosecution against him, and what’s happening in his many cases.
Democracy VS Authoritarianism Around The World with Uriel Epshtein
February 7, 2024 · 54:17
Jen picks apart Trump’s claim to presidential immunity and welcomes Renew Democracy Initiative CEO Uriel Epshtein. They explore the role of the US as the standard bearer for democracy, and how the battle against authoritarianism is playing out here and around the world.
The Iranian Threat with Aaron David Miller
January 31, 2024 · 55:11
Jen looks at Nikki Haley’s impact on the Republican primary and welcomes foreign policy maven Aaron David Miller. They discuss the possible responses to Iranian aggression, explore the forces driving Middle Eastern politics, and game out the next phase of the Israel-Hamas war.
Securing Our Elections with Ben Ginsberg
January 24, 2024 · 55:20
Jen analyzes the Republican primary and recent foreign policy developments, before welcoming legal expert Ben Ginsberg. They compare J6 to Bush vs. Gore, and discuss the efforts to secure our elections, the role of equal protection, and the progression of Trump’s legal challenges.